4-Ingredient Caramel Pretzel BarsA sweet-and-salty treat with crunchy pretzels and a rich caramel layer—perfect for parties, holidays, or an easy dessert.
Ingredients
- 3 cups mini pretzels (or pretzel twists), lightly crushed
- 1 cup butter
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 cups chocolate chips (milk, semi-sweet, or dark)
Instructions
- Prepare the pan: Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Make the pretzel base: Spread the crushed pretzels evenly across the bottom of the pan.
- Make the caramel: In a saucepan, melt the butter and brown sugar together over medium heat. Bring to a gentle boil and cook for about 3–4 minutes, stirring constantly, until slightly thickened.
- Pour over pretzels: Carefully pour the hot caramel mixture over the pretzels.
- Add chocolate: Sprinkle chocolate chips over the caramel layer. Let them sit for a few minutes to melt, then spread into an even layer.
- Chill: Refrigerate for about 1–2 hours until firm.
- Cut and serve: Lift out using the parchment paper and cut into bars.
Tips
- Add a sprinkle of flaky sea salt on top for a salted-caramel flavor.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- For cleaner cuts, let the bars soften for a few minutes before slicing.
These bars are a simple combination of crunchy pretzels + homemade caramel + chocolate with only a few ingredients.
